Climbing Tal's Hill
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It's been an odd offseason for the Houston Astros but they still had some moves that age well, but one they may want to avoid.
Jordan Campbell|
The Houston Astros keep getting connected to Zac Gallen by insiders, but no one explains how they could possibly make the finances work.
Stephen Parello|
The Houston Astros had interest in Shane Baz, but after seeing what the Baltimore Orioles gave up for him, it makes sense why they settled for Mike Burrows.
Jordan Campbell|
The Houston Astros are close to finalizing a deal to bolster their rotation that would net them righty Mike Burrows, but at a significant cost.
Eric Cole|
The Houston Astros had a number of free agents this offseason and so far, the market has not moved along like they probably hoped it would.
Eric Cole|
The Houston Astros continue to be linked to top-tier starting pitchers, but there's really only one scenario where that would be possible.
Jordan Campbell|
The Houston Astros can't spend much this offseason, but a looming CBA uncertainty, and long-term bloated contracts have no end to the financial woes in sight.
Stephen Parello|
The Houston Astros got a bit of a gift from the Rockies, and it could allow them to cash in even more on Jake Meyers' robust trade market.
Eric Cole|
Zac Gallen would be a great fit for the Houston Astros, but they may need to wait for his market to dry up.
Jordan Campbell|
Joe Espada is planning on limiting the workload for Josh Hader and Bryan Abreu in 2026, but the Houston Astros' bullpen may not be constructed for that.
Jordan Campbell|
The Houston Astros would love to work in their young players in 2026, but the missteps of the past created a bottleneck that will make that nearly impossible.
Stephen Parello|
If the Houston Astros truly want to turn to the trade market to fix their roster, that is going to exacerbate their prospect depth problem.
Eric Cole|
The Houston Astros would've loved to have seen Corey Seager wearing a different uniform next season, but it appears as though he'll be back with the Texas Rangers.
Drew Koch|
The Houston Astros have been seeking to upgrade the rotation this offseason, but with the prices free agents are getting, a trade is only way to bolster the roster.
Drew Koch|
With it looking likely that Victor Caratini finds a starting job elsewhere, the Houston Astros are in search for a backup catcher.
Jordan Campbell|
The Houston Astros wold prefer not to rely on Lance McCullers Jr. next season, but Dana Brown's comments suggest otherwise.
Drew Koch|
Moving on from Lance McCullers Jr. is a dream scenario for the Houston Astros, and one team might just get desperate enough to give them a chance to make that happen.
Stephen Parello|
After a quiet Winter Meetings, these five players should all be on the Houston Astros' radar before the offseason comes to a close.
Stephen Parello|
With most of the top starters out of the Houston Astros price range, a reunion with Justin Verlander could be in the cards, and fans won't know how to feel.
Stephen Parello|
The Houston Astros sat out the Winter Meetings, leaving fans wishing that they could have made moves like these three that would have elevated the team.
Stephen Parello|
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